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Mercedes-Benz 350 SE — 1974

An affordable W116 with few owners and rust repairs that are advantageous for its future preservation. Some cosmetic fixes to address whenever the inspiration strikes.

Peter Sundfeldt
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
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"Every older S-Class carries a dignity, and this example is no exception. Well-used with patina from a previous restoration, but consequently well-preserved."

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17146
BÅSTAD
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Peter Sundfeldt
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
Case manager
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"Every older S-Class carries a dignity, and this example is no exception. Well-used with patina from a previous restoration, but consequently well-preserved."

Description

It was imported to Sweden in the fall of 1982 and registered in December of the same year. The current owner purchased the car almost two years later, in March 1984. He used it as a daily driver for several years and eventually planned to replace the front fenders. However, it ended up with him repairing all the rust damage the “Merc” could have from that era. Everything is documented in a classic small photo album on paper. The owner claims that there aren’t many W116s with better rust protection and condition, even compared to those that appear to be in very good condition externally. The model was indeed prone to rust, and there are many hidden areas that can be affected. For the last 25 years, the car has only been driven a few hundred kilometers. The most recent, and therefore the last approved inspection, was conducted on May 21, 2024.

Technical data

  • Year
    1974/1974 
  • Registration date
    1982-12-08 
  • Mileage
    275 552 km 
  • Kw / hp
    147 / 200 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Automatic 
  • Interior finish
    Leather 
  • Colour
    Blue 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    The car primarily needs a complete oil service, including brake fluid and coolant, as well as an inspection and check of all hoses and connections since the car has been standing for over 23 years, albeit in a dry and warm environment. It has a smooth feel in the engine and gearbox, operating smoothly. The gear selector with steering column shifter and mechanical gear indicator on the steering column, following the American pattern of that time, apparently wasn’t standard on the cars sold in Sweden but was an optional variant in other markets. Original baroque wheels and a set of original steel wheels with fine original hubcaps are also included.

  • Interior condition:

    Soft leather upholstery in its original condition, which also means some wear, primarily on the driver’s seat. Nowadays, there are many skilled craftsmen and effective methods that can restore and treat leather upholstery to almost new condition if desired, although worn leather also has its charm. Fine original carpets, good door panels, and headliner around the sunroof. A small dry crack on the top of the instrument panel near the instrument cluster. Desirable Becker Mexico original radio, which was not functioning at the time of documentation, but the owner intends to troubleshoot its functionality.

  • Exterior condition:

    The current owner conducted extensive bodywork renovations in the early nineties, and the car has been used as an enthusiast vehicle since then until 2001 when it was taken off the road. Today, there is a minor damage and blister on the hood, and the right rear door has paint peeling along the metal crease. The lower parts of the bumpers are not dirty; those are remnants of the rust protection. Otherwise, the exterior is presentable and neat. During the bodywork renovations, the metal around the sunroof was also replaced by a specialist in such metal operations.

  • General condition:

    An older renovation that has held up well as a foundation, with some cosmetic needs and a review and service, is what’s required to turn this used representative Sonderklasse from the seventies into a gem.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2024-05-18
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1982-12-02 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1982-12-08
Senast godkända besiktning: 2024-05-21
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 2

Location and viewing Information

Location: Båstad

For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:

Peter Sundfeldt
+46 0705-38 80 22
peter@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2024-06-20.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

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